Textured Crochet Stitch Fabric

Materials

• Yarn: DK weight yarn in grey, approximately 200-300 yards depending on the size of your project.
• Crochet Hook: Size H/8 (5.00 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge.
• Tapestry Needle for weaving in ends.
• Scissors

Gauge

16 stitches and 18 rows = 4 inches in pattern stitch

Abbreviations

• ch - chain
• sc - single crochet
• dc - double crochet
• sl st - slip stitch

Instructions

1. Foundation Row: Ch a multiple of 4 + 2 for the foundation chain.
2. Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from hook and each ch across. Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in the first stitch. *Ch 3, skip 3 sc, sc in the next sc.* Repeat from * to * across to last stitch. Sc in the last stitch. Turn.
4. Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as dc), *work 4 dc into next ch-3 space.* Repeat from * to * across. Dc in last sc. Turn.
5. Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first dc. *Ch 3, skip 4 dc, sc in next dc.* Repeat from * to * across to last stitch. Sc in top of turning ch. Turn.
6. Repeat Rows 3 and 4 until desired length is reached.
7. Fasten off and weave in ends.

This pattern creates a fabric with a wonderful three-dimensional effect thanks to the combination of double crochet and chain spaces. Perfect for anyone looking to expand their crochet techniques with an engaging and visually rewarding stitch pattern.